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The Return to Innovation Is On the Horizon

Smart Meetings

The list below includes some of the favorite new technologies across The Opus Group network at Opus Agency , MAS , TENCUE and Verve. Sponsors can also drop white papers at expos, and attendees can receive mobile badges when they enter a venue. You can upload floor maps, customize layouts, and brand your event from the admin panel.

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The Industry Comes Together for GMID 2023

Smart Meetings

are taking place, via networking events and presentations from industry professionals. The day involved a sponsor showcase; educational presentation by Kyle Jordan, director of meetings for Informs; and a networking reception. PCMA PCMA chapter events across the U.S. More on PCMA Chapter events here.

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Why Not Zoom: 10 Benefits Of Event Platforms, Explained

Endless Events

Attendees can watch the panel and interact in the live chat, but there’s very little two-way communication available. Enhanced audience engagement is the #1 benefit of event platforms; it is the direct result of gamification, networking opportunities, and other features we outline below. Virtual networking.

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What Event Attendees Want Now

Convene by PCMA

Putting attendee goals first, Holsinger told Convene , “breaks some of the long-held models that, frankly, are exhibitor- and sponsor-centric in the way that we build our business models.” The challenge I run into is that it doesn’t line up with often what we hear from attendees and exhibitor sponsors [about their preferences].”

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AIME 2024: Fostering  Growth at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

Travel Daily Media

Led by the popular Knowledge Program, themed The 4 Ps of Glocalisation: People, Planet, Purpose and Profit, was sponsored by Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre. “AIME is a flagship event for the business events industry to unite, network, exchange ideas and forge partnerships.

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How PCMA Chapters Will Celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day

Convene by PCMA

for an interactive panel discussion moderated by Stephanie Turner, SVP convention sales and strategies for New Orleans & Company, and Tim Hemphill, VP sales marketing and events for the New Orleans Ernest N. A panel session about employee recruitment and retention will follow. Learn more about the Southeast Chapter GMID event.

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4 Ways to Add Value to Sponsorship Packages

Stova

New year, new look, new sponsorship packages… To get the best sponsors, you need enticing packages that reflect the trends shaping events in the year ahead. Attracting sponsors is more critical than ever. The good news: Great sponsors are like magnets, drawing the right people to your trade shows and conferences.